Grandma’S Time Treasure Box (Picture Book)

Story: Yang Hao and Tung Hsin-yi
Illustrations: Hung Chia-yi
Publication Date: October 2023
Inside Grandma’s “Time Treasure Box” lie countless precious memories—but one day, the mischievous Memory Sprites escape! Where will Grandma go to find them again?
Grandma’s Time Treasure Box is a cultural picture book inspired by the ritual traditions of Taiwan’s Hakka communities. Through the story of Grandma and her grandchild An-an as they journey to recover each lost Memory Sprite, readers are introduced to the rich symbolism of Hakka ancestral rites and the deep cultural meanings embedded within them. The book also highlights the evolving nature of these traditions, reflecting the ongoing efforts of Hakka families and communities to promote gender equality within the framework of ancestral worship and ritual culture.